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How to recognize the model of a BMW from its key

Model: BMW BMW Various
Part: Key

Let's see how to identify the model of a BMW from its key. The first one has a chrome border, which always refers to the "luxury" trim level. The satin border refers instead to the "x-line" trim level. Instead, the matte red border is dedicated to the "sport" trim level. We don't see it in the video, but the satin blue border refers to the "m-sport" version. The black border refers to base trims, such as "advantage" or "business". There is also a model called "sailboat" which refers to the series or X1. From these, we move on to the "display key", for which there is a specific tutorial.

Posted on 9 April 2023 by ScegliAuto

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